SOMERSWORTH — The state bomb squad was notified by the Somersworth Police Department after being made aware of a suspicious package placed near a gas line advisory pipe near the entrance of Sherwood Glen Trailer Park, along Backwater Road on Monday at 3 p.m.

Somersworth Police then conducted an on scene evaluation and based on experience and education, determined the package was a hoax, according to Timmons.

He said the package did possess the appearance of a homemade bomb, but did not have the capability of causing a type of explosion. Timmons added it appeared someone was trying to scare citizens.

A witness indicated a vehicle was seen in the area before the package was detected. A new silver Mercedes Benz and a white van were observed. Police are asking community members to not approach any suspicious packages or other unknown device that may be out of place. Call the police immediately if you see that type of package.

Detectives are now handling the case, which Timmons says is still under investigation.

Any information may be provided to The Somersworth Police Department Business Line 692-3131 Crime Line 692-9111